85 m. ago Youth minister supports protests, says he’d join If time permitted

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has expressed support for the ongoing protest by the Take It Back Movement, stating that he would have joined the demonstration himself if time permitted. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday after the 2025 Annual Management Conference of the National Youth Service Corps, the minister emphasised the Read More

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5 h. ago UCL: Arteta says Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on ‘biggest night’ of career

Mikel Arteta has no doubt that Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on the “biggest night” of his career in the Champions League quarter-finals. The Gunners have never been crowned European champions and face the 15-time winners in a quarter-final at the Emirates on Tuesday with the return leg in Madrid next week. The two sides Read More

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9 h. ago Southampton sack manager Juric after Premier League relegation

Southampton have sacked manager Ivan Juric following their relegation from the Premier League, the club announced Monday. Southampton were condemned to relegation in record time after a 3-1 defeat at Tottenham on Sunday. Juric’s bottom of the table side have lost 25 of their 31 top-flight games in a wretched campaign. Relegation with seven fixtures Read More

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16 h. ago Anambra 2025: Ukachukwu Clinches APC Guber Ticket, Issues Soludo Red Card

Prince Nicolas Ukachukwu has emerged flag-bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 8, 2025 Anambra State governorship election. He polled a total of 1,455 votes to defeat three other contestants: Valentine Ozigbo (67 votes), Johnbosco Onunkwo (26 votes) and Edozie Madu. Chairman of the APC national committee for the conduct of the […]

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20 h. ago Explainer. How banks defied odds to make record profits in 2024

The ultimate paradox is unravelling in Nigeria as banks declare record profits at a time when several businesses are reporting read more Explainer. How banks defied odds to make record profits in 2024

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22 h. ago World Bank moves to close digital gap for 2.6 billion people

The World Bank is working to connect 2.6 billion people still offline, leaning on digital solutions to narrow a persistent divide. Recently, its second annual Global Digital Summit gathered public and private leaders to refine this push, tapping the bank’s 80-year track record to lift access. A statement obtained from its website on Saturday detailed Read More

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26 h. ago Kano durbar cancellation dashed my Guinness Record dream – UK

A United Kingdom-based Nigerian, Lekan Okanlawon, has decried the last-minute cancellation of the Sallah Durbar in Kano, which he said disrupted plans to secure a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of horse riders. Okanlawon, who arrived in Kano with a team of over 160 enthusiasts, including polo players and cultural tourists from various Read More

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28 h. ago EPL: Iwobi Scores, Assists As Fulham End Liverpool’s 26 Games Unbeaten Record

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi, provided a goal and created an assist as Fulham defeated Liverpool 3-2 on Sunday. Three goals from the London side were enough to end Liverpool’s 26-match unbeaten run in the Premier League at Craven Cottage. Iwobi who was making his 31 appearances for Fulham, scored his eight goal and bagged […] The post EPL: Iwobi Scores, Assists As Fulham End Liverpool’s 26 Games Unbeaten Record appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Chelsea’s ‘unfair’ schedule to blame for Palmer axe – Maresca

Enzo Maresca insisted Chelsea’s “unfair” schedule forced him to drop out-of-form forward Cole Palmer for Sunday’s 0-0 draw at Brentford. Maresca’s side had 24 hours less than Brentford to prepare for the west London derby after beating Tottenham 1-0 on Thursday. England star Palmer was eventually sent on by Maresca after an hour, but he Read More

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29 h. ago Southampton relegated from Premier League after defeat to Spurs

Southampton were relegated from the Premier League after a 3-1 defeat to Tottenham on Sunday, with seven matches still to read more Southampton relegated from Premier League after defeat to Spurs

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30 h. ago EPL: Southampton relegated in record time after Tottenham defeat

Southampton were relegated from the Premier League in record-setting time after a 3-1 defeat at Tottenham on Sunday ended their brief stay in the top-flight. Brennan Johnson struck twice in the first half and Mateus Fernandes’s late reply was too late to stop bottom of the table Southampton crashing back to the Championship. Beaten for Read More

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37 h. ago Green Chamber: A silent shift: How Nigeria’s opposition is losing its voice at House of Reps

Once upon a time, being in the opposition in Nigeria’s House of Representatives meant something. It meant intense debates, strong read more Green Chamber: A silent shift: How Nigeria’s opposition is losing its voice at House of Reps

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37 h. ago Anambra Guber: Ukachukwu Clinches APC Guber Ticket, Issues ‘Red Card’ To Incumbent Soludo

Prince Nicolas Ukachukwu has emerged the flag-bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming November 8, 2025 Anambra State governorship election. He polled a total of 1,455 votes in the APC governorship primary election to defeat three other contestants: Valentine Ozigbo (67 votes), Johnbosco Onunkwo (26 votes) and Edozie Madu. Chairman of the […]

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38 h. ago Persistent Borrowings Push Nigeria’s Public Debt To N145trn, Up 49%

Nigeria’s total public debt reached its highest on record as Africa’s most populous nation continues to rely on borrowings to meet its fiscal obligations. The country’s debt profile soared to N144.6 trillion as of the end of 2024 compared to N97.3 trillion recorded in the previous year, data from the Debt Management Office (DMO) released […]

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49 h. ago Ken Nnamani denies allegations by Senator Abbo, threatens legal action

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Former Senate President Ken Nnamani has firmly rejected claims made by Senator Elisha Abbo on Arise News, calling them “false, unfounded, and fabricated.” Abbo, in a Prime Time interview with Charles Aniagolu, alleged his legal troubles stemmed from judicial mismanagement and claimed Nnamani visited him to plead for a judge. Nnamani, […] The post Ken Nnamani denies allegations by Senator Abbo, threatens legal action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Makinde vows impartiality in traditional rulership as new Alaafin is crowned

The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to ensure that due process and laid down rules are followed in governing the state. The governor added that his administration would maintain a record of not interfering in traditional institutions and also remain impartial in the process of selecting traditional rulers. Read More

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50 h. ago LaLiga: Vinícius misses penalty as Real Madrid suffer defeat at home to Valencia

Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 home loss to Valencia on Saturday, with Vinícius Júnior missing a penalty and conceding an injury-time goal, putting the defending champion behind in the La Liga title race. Hugo Duro came off Valencia’s bench and headed home the winner that silenced Santiago Bernabeu Stadium deep in stoppage time. Goalkeeper Giorgi […] The post LaLiga: Vinícius misses penalty as Real Madrid suffer defeat at home to Valencia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Tinubu Appoints Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam As New Ajaokuta Steel MD

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam as the new Managing Director of Ajaokuta Steel Company. Abdulsalam, an experienced professional, takes on this critical role at a time when the steel plant is expected to play a significant part in Nigeria’s industrialization and economic growth. His appointment aims to drive the […] The post Tinubu Appoints Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam As New Ajaokuta Steel MD appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago African rat breaks record, discovers 109 landmines in Cambodia

A landmine-hunting rat in Cambodia has set a new world record by sniffing out more than 100 mines and pieces of unexploded ordnance, a charity said Friday. Ronin, a giant African pouched rat, has tracked down 109 landmines and 15 other potentially deadly war remnants since his deployment to northern Preah Vihear province in August Read More

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3 d. ago EPL: Gabriel out for season, Aina sidelined as Isak, Trippier doubtful

As the Premier League heads into another crucial weekend, managers across several clubs have provided injury updates, with some key players set to miss out due to ongoing fitness issues. Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo confirmed that defender Ola Aina is set for a spell on the sidelines after a calf injury. “So we Read More

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